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    A&W Restaurant

    3.3 (341 reviews)
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    Updated 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Nicolas J.

    Nice there's an A&W on my way back from Vegas that isn't crazy out of the way. Simple menu with root beer being the star of the show. They have it on tap. I had a simple burger combo meal. Not a bad spot and a unique food option not too widespread in California

    Chers to the best rootbeer float!
    Virginia O.

    Would a nostalgic experience! I remember eating here when I was a child, Food was still as delicious as it was back, then, and even though I don't like root beer now, according to my family roof, it was delicious! It was exciting to be able to pour it from the tap! Service was amazing, and the place was clean and a nice place to stop after coming down from the mountain

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    Marilee M.

    First experience was a good one, fast service & fresh order. Clean restaurant, cool a/c considering the ridiculous heat in the area. Had the double cheeseburger & it was delicious, better than Burger King in my opinion especially the onion rings. A little pricey but no regrets.

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    Michelle M.

    Well my husband and I took our daughter and grandkids here Saturday evening .. wow, don't think we will be returning for a while.. Spending $80 for 4 adults and 2 kids on just burgers and chicken stripe was way to much for us.. food was so so, but not worth $80

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    Leilani M.

    Awesome service, friendly, welcoming. The new flags really help you spot it. Indoor or Outdoor patio seating area and drive thru location. When you want a good root beer that's just right come here for. A healthy helping. Get it in a float, shake or with a shot of coffee. If root beer isn't ur thing they have food items to get a fill. It's an old school kinda place a local stop for some classic finds.

    15 Pc Shrimp
    Vanessa G.

    I cannot believe I'm giving this place a 5 star review!!! But yall - if I ever eat fast food, it will be here! What enticed me was a root beer float! Then I noticed they had fried shrimp, and I love fried shrimp! So I just ended up ordering a fried shrimp combo with onion rings & a large root beer float! I ate soooo good! The shrimp & onion rings were perfectly golden, not over cooked at all. The cocktail & tartar sauce were also surprisingly great! On top of good food, we received great customer service! The gentleman at the drive thru was patient & kind to us. We didn't go inside, but the fast food chain stands alone and looks pretty run down. I live 1.5 hrs away, but I'm willing up make the drive. It was delicious!!

    Root beer Float!
    Dar O.

    Just happen to stop here while coming back from a trip. You don't often see A&W Restaurants unless you're out of the city and on a trip. This place is open 24 hours which is nice if you're in the area. They have a nice outside eating area and the interior is nice and clean. Service was good and their menu selection is typical American burgers, fries, etc. I stopped by mainly because of their root beer float. There's something about the ice cream they use with their original A&W Root Beer! It may be even better because it comes out of a tap versus a can. Either way, it's a great dessert or snack. Since it's hard to find an A&W Restaurant, I recommend stopping by to grab a root beer float and enjoy!

    Rootbeer Float
    Amy H.

    Perfect treat after a long day! Service was short and fast and the place was really clean! I would like to come back here for lunch sometime! The root beer float was absolutely delish and just what I needed after a long day out with my family.

    Stephanie C.

    Always have to stop by here coming down the hill from big bear! Just to get a root beer float! Ice cream is nice and creamy and I get diet root beer. Lol. Haven't tried their food.

    Thebiz S.

    First and foremost, don't come here expecting gourmet meals. They do the basics, but they do them well. The chicken sliders were lightly breaded. The chicken was juicy, and delicious. The fries were your basic yummy fries. I did order the root beer float, which brought back childhood memories of when the "carhop" would skate to your parked car, tray in hand, with your food and drinks. The taste was the same, even decades later. Such a yummy treat. The facility itself was clean, and has ample seating, both inside and out. Music was playing in the background, and the full allotment of customers were enjoying their late lunch. The energy was nice. The service exceeded my expectations. Very friendly. I'll most definitely return, and continue to sample the rest of their offerings. Enjoy

    T Bird and Root Beers
    Randy M.

    I have never written a review for any Fast Food restaraunt , but the crew that works at THIS A&W really are amazing . Stopped on way back from Big Bear twice, and each time the front order staff are smiling, happy, and take the time to explain the menu. They redid an order for us that frankly was our fault for the incorrect order, but they cooked what we wanted super quickly with no drama . Food is great, hot, and the place is pretty clean. A must stop if in the area!

    Root beer float
    Luis M.

    Overall, good service. There was no line in the drive thru and got my food pretty fast. Didn't go inside so I can't elaborate Food was really ok. I'd say a preference thing. Fries tasted like that main stream hot dog place (wieners). Float was mostly soda with maybe some ice cream. Need some more ice cream.

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    Thank you so much, Ana!

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    5 years ago

    The portion size of the root beer float is ridiculously large. :) The cod sliders tasted so fresh and the pickles and sauce made it great!

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    Thank you so much, Anne!

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    Thank you for the kind words, Daniel. We hope to see you again soon!

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    5 years ago

    Spent $52 for less than "OK" food. Famous root beer float thin and not really cold. Rude service. Will NOT BE BACK.

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    Thank you so much, Liana. We greatly appreciate it!

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    Justin P.

    Thank you so much, Christa!

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    5 years ago

    Amazing service and really good burger/root beer. Just like an old time burger joint.

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    Justin P.

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    4 years ago

    Great tasting food despite never trying it the root beer float was really delicious. Came here twice and was not disappointed

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    Justin P.

    Thank you so much for the kind words!

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    Thank you so much, Venise. We really appreciate it!

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    Thank you very much for the kind words!

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    Carol we really appreciate it, thank you so much!

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    You can't beat a frosty mug of A&W Root Beer, Regular or Diet. Sorry they arE no longer in the desert.

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    Thank you so much, GP!

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    Thank you so much, Amelia. We greatly appreciate it!

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    7 years ago

    Love the remodel. The prices are a bit high but food is delicious, staff is friendly, restaurant is clean, quick service.

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    Thank you, Carmen!

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    Their root beer is still the best. Their burgers have changed slightly but they are still good.

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    4 years ago

    Great A&W soda its 100% different from any other places you can get it , tastes fresh. Great food

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    Thank you very much, Corey! We are hoping to be finished in 3 weeks.

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    Thank you so much, Tracy!

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    Ask the Community - A&W Restaurant

    Do they have Diet Rootbeer?

    Yes they do!

    Is it possible to bring dogs and sit in the outside patio area?

    We do allow pets on the patio, enjoy the weather!

    Do they have vegetarian options?

    Due to cross-contamination we can not guarantee vegetarian options.

    Anybody know how long this latest remodel will take?

    Yes, three more weeks. These guys are doing complete remodeling inside. New floors, counter, kitchen, kitchen appliances etc... the place will look amazing after can't wait

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